Public Intoxication in Lubbock

CAN YOU DRINK IN PUBLIC IN LUBBOCK?

It is illegal to publicly drink alcohol in Lubbock between 2:15 am and noon on Sunday and on all other days between 2:15 am and 7 am. It is also illegal to consume alcohol in all public parks in Lubbock. A violation of Lubbock laws is a class C misdemeanor with a maximum $500 fine and a potentially devastating and permanent criminal conviction. Learn more.

  • How serious is a Public Intoxication charge Lubbock Texas? Public Intoxication is a serious class C misdemeanor carrying a maximum $500 fine and a potentially debilitating criminal conviction. The offense can impose significant collateral consequences for Texas professionals, including those in financial services. Learn more.
  • How long do they hold you for Public Intoxication in Lubbock Texas? A person can be detained for several hours on a Public Intoxication charge in Lubbock. These arrests and detentions occur when a person is intoxicated to the degree they endanger themselves or others so a primary purpose is to ensure the safety of the detainee until they recover their faculties. Learn more.

DOES PUBLIC INTOXICATION GO ON YOUR RECORD IN LUBBOCK TEXAS?

Yes, a Public Intoxication arrest and conviction goes permanently on  a criminal record in Lubbock. Even a dismissed offense remains permanently on an arrest record. However, certain Public Intoxication offenses qualify for an Expunction, which is a powerful legal procedure that will delete all records of the case. Learn more.

  • Can Public Intoxication be dismissed in Lubbock Texas? Public Intoxication cases are reduced, dismissed, and resolved without conviction everyday in Lubbock County courts. However, this is a serious offense that is not dismissed casually by luck or good will. An effective Public Intoxication defense requires experienced and skilled legal counsel. Learn more.
  • How much is bail for Public Intoxication in Lubbock Texas? Public Intoxication bail can cost up to approximately $500 in Lubbock. Keep in mind that bail is set on a case-by-case basis, factoring all facts of the case and a defendant’s entire criminal record. Learn more.

CAN A PERSON BE INTOXICATED EVEN IF HIS BAC IS BELOW .08 PERCENT?

Yes, a person is intoxicated when they operate a motor vehicle while not having the normal use of their mental or physical faculties due to the intoxicant. This standard takes into account that certain motorists may be intoxicated at lower levels than the 0.08 percent if they are, for example, novice drinkers. Additionally, a person is intoxicated for purposes of the Public Intoxication law if they endanger themselves or others, regardless of their BAC. Learn more.

  • Do misdemeanors go away Lubbock Texas? Misdemeanors do not magically disappear or resolve themselves in Lubbock. Individuals who neglect misdemeanor offenses are subject to an arrest warrant and additional criminal charges. Certain misdemeanor offenses may be removed from a criminal record by an Expunction, or sealed from the public record through a nondisclosure order. Learn more.
  • What happens if you get caught drunk driving in Lubbock Texas? Motorists driving drunk are subject to arrest and criminal prosecution for the offense Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in Lubbock. DWI is a severe offense that can result in thousands of dollars of fines, a driver’s license suspension, increased insurance premiums, a permanent criminal conviction, and a lengthy prison sentence in some cases. Learn more.

WHAT KIND OF CHARGE IS PUBLIC INTOXICATION IN LUBBOCK TEXAS?

Public Intoxication is a criminal offense, punishable as a class C misdemeanor with a maximum $500 fine in Lubbock. Repeat offenses can be elevated to a class B misdemeanor, which imposes a maximum 6 month jail sentence and $2000 fine. A Public Intoxication charge can create a host of disciplinary issues for Texas professionals including teachers. Learn more.

  • Will Public Intoxication affect job opportunities in Lubbock Texas? Yes, Public Intoxication is a criminal charge that generates a permanent criminal record in many cases. A single offense can create the appearance of a significant substance abuse issue, which can lead to job loss and disciplinary action for Texas professionals, including nurses. Learn more.
  • Is Lubbock still a dry county? No, as of 2009 Lubbock is no longer a dry county, meaning residents may purchase packaged alcohol within the city limits. Learn more.

CAN YOU DRINK IN A DRY COUNTY IN TEXAS?

Yes, Texans may legally consume alcohol in dry counties. “Dry county” merely signifies that alcohol is not available for purchase in that particular jurisdiction. Learn more.

  • What is the lowest DUI BAC in Lubbock? It is illegal for minors to have any level BAC as any detectable presence of alcohol warrants a DUI charge in Lubbock. Additionally, Texas CDL operators may not operate a vehicle with a BAC greater than 0.05. Texas law otherwise sets 0.08 as the legal BAC threshold for operating motor vehicles. Learn more.
  • How do I get a Public Intoxication charge dismissed in Lubbock Texas? The best way to get a Public Intoxication charge dismissed in Lubbock is with the assistance of experienced legal counsel. Lubbock has a prohibitive history and mentality toward alcohol which results in local prosecutors having harsh policies toward all intoxication offenses. A skilled Public Intoxication lawyer can best situate a person to beat a criminal charge. Learn more.

WHAT LAWS EXIST IN YOUR STATE REGARDING PUBLIC INTOXICATION LUBBOCK TEXAS?

Texas law prohibits individuals from appearing in public while intoxicated to the degree they pose a danger to themselves or others. This conduct is punishable as the class C misdemeanor Public Intoxication, which carries a maximum $500 fine and a potentially devastating permanent criminal conviction. Learn more.

  • What is the drunk law in Lubbock Texas? It is illegal in Lubbock for a person to operate a motor vehicle with a BAC of 0.08 or greater or while not having the normal use of their physical or mental faculties due to consumption of intoxicants, including alcohol. DWI is a serious criminal charge carrying devastating consequences. Additionally, a person who is publicly intoxicated to the extent they endanger themselves or others is subject to arrest and criminal prosecution for the charge Public Intoxication. Learn more.
  • Is PI worse than DWI in Lubbock? Public Intoxication is generally a lower level offense than Driving While Intoxicated and doesn’t carry many DWI consequences like increased insurance, and driver’s license suspensions. However, a Public Intoxication charge can still permanently mar background checks for Texas professionals. Additionally, a third Public Intoxication charge is punishable as a class B misdemeanor, the same level as a DWI. Learn more.

WHAT IS PI INSTEAD OF DWI IN LUBBOCK TEXAS?

Public Intoxication is the resulting charge when an individual appears intoxicated in public to the degree they endanger themselves or others. This is a class C misdemeanor that can be enhanced in certain circumstances. Driving While Intoxicated is when an individual operates a motor vehicle while intoxicated by the consumption of intoxicants, including alcohol and legal medication. DWI is generally a class B misdemeanor that can be enhanced due to priors, the relevant BAC level, or the circumstances of the case. Learn more.

  • What is Intoxication Assault in Lubbock Texas? Intoxication Assault is a third degree felony offense resulting when an individual operates a motor vehicle while intoxicated and causes serious bodily injury to another, including the vehicle’s passenger. This felony carries a 2 to 10 year prison range and a maximum $10,000 fine. Additionally, a felony conviction will result in the immediate loss of gun rights in Lubbock. Learn more.

WHAT TIME DOES LUBBOCK STOP SELLING ALCOHOL?

Alcohol is available for sale in stores until midnight Sunday through Friday, and 1 am on Saturday. However, liquor stores may only operate until 9 pm Monday through Saturday. Learn more.

  • Can you buy alcohol in Lubbock on Sunday? Yes, alcohol may be purchased beginning at 10 am in stores Sunday morning. Patrons at bars or restaurants may also purchase alcohol at 10 am provided they also order and consume a food item. Pursuant to state law, liquor stores are closed on Sunday. Learn more.
  • What is the legal drinking age in Lubbock Texas? Twenty one is the legal drinking age in Lubbock, and in Texas. However, minors are permitted to drink if accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or adult spouse. Learn more.

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LUBBOCK PUBLIC INTOXICATION RESOURCES

Access to information is important when dealing with a criminal charge. The following entities play an important role in the Lubbock criminal justice system. For more information, visit the Lubbock County, Texas website.

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